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Morris Performing Arts Center

The premier performing arts center in the region, built in the early 1920s, the Morris underwent a $14 million renovation, reopening in February 2000. The historic Morris offers elegant decor and rich history with new state-of-the art sound system and technical equipment. The Morris hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year including rock, pop, jazz, blues, country, gospel and classical concerts; national Broadway musical tours; comedians; dance and family events. The Morris is home to the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and big name stars including Jerry Seinfeld, David Copperfield, Donny Osmond, Anne Murray, B.B. King, Tony Bennett, Tim BcGraw, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Bill Cosby, Bill Engvall, Larry the Cable Guy, Blue Man Group and more!

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  Morris Performing Arts Center

  211 North Michigan Street
  South Bend, IN 46601

  Phone: 574-235-9198

  Fax: 574-235-5604

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• Upcoming Events

  07/30/10	Bill Nicks/Motown Dance Party at Fridays by the Fountain Jon R. Hunt Plaza
  08/06/10	Top Secret at Fridays by the Fountain Jon R. Hunt Plaza
  08/08/10	Alex Campos & Mision Vida in Concert Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/20/10	Terry & The Heartbeats at Fridays by the Fountain Jon R. Hunt Plaza
  08/22/10	Foreigner Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/27/10	Kenny Rogers: First 50 Years World Tour Morris Performing Arts Center
  09/23/10	Gabriel Iglesias Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/03/10	Straight No Chaser Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/08/10	The Diary of Black Men [CANCELLED] Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/12/10	Rodney Carrington, Comedian Morris Performing Arts Center
  12/16/10	The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller Morris Performing Arts Center

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  • Event Name: The Moody Blues
    "The Moody Blues Concert was AWESOME"
    Comment posted by: Lori A. Blake from Buchanan, MI USA, Jun 18, 2010
    

    We have seen the Moody Blues many many times and I must say that last nights concert was AWESOME! Justin's voice quality has remained superb and Ray's replacement has certainly filled his shoes.... Expand

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    We have seen the Moody Blues many many times and I must say that last nights concert was AWESOME! Justin's voice quality has remained superb and Ray's replacement has certainly filled his shoes. Graham may have grey hair, but his spirit will never grow old! The sound system in the Morris is fabulous and the decor is awesome. We saw the Moody Blues there in 2006 and will come back again and again! Thank you South Bend for bringing this legendary rock group back to us! Collapse

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  • Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
    "Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying"
    Review posted by: Shelia from Chicago, IL, Nov 26, 2009
    

    I didn't like the play at all. Too predictable. Ending was boring and typical. The play has potential but needs more developing. What a waste of 70 dollars. I wish I could have left and got my Money... Expand

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    I didn't like the play at all. Too predictable. Ending was boring and typical. The play has potential but needs more developing. What a waste of 70 dollars. I wish I could have left and got my Money back. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
    "Same Story"
    Review posted by: Mo Mo from Chicago, Il, Nov 24, 2009
    

    I did not like story at all it is like the last 10 plays I thought that it might have been different. Same story plot a troubled girl that ignores her mother. I think that he thinks that he no longer... Expand

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    I did not like story at all it is like the last 10 plays I thought that it might have been different. Same story plot a troubled girl that ignores her mother. I think that he thinks that he no longer has to have a attract an audience just put the name Tyler Perry on it and sell it. Only one funny character the landlord. I payed $30 and it was not worth it maybe $20 I would have been pissed if it was $50. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
    "couldnt stop laughing"
    Review posted by: krissy from chicago, Nov 23, 2009
    

    i loved it.. they did great, comedy, heart, and a mixture of talent..one thing TOO MANY SONGS IN PLAY...they could have cut about 4 songs

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    i loved it.. they did great, comedy, heart, and a mixture of talent..one thing TOO MANY SONGS IN PLAY...they could have cut about 4 songs

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  • Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
    "OMG"
    Comment posted by: Shenia M. from Richmod, VA USA, Nov 05, 2009
    

    I went to the show today (November 5,09) and it was amazing. It was so funny and everyone on the show could sing(D'atra Hicks,Cheryl "Pepsi" Reily and Tamar Davis, Donny Sykes, Stephanie Ferrett,Chris... Expand

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    I went to the show today (November 5,09) and it was amazing. It was so funny and everyone on the show could sing(D'atra Hicks,Cheryl "Pepsi" Reily and Tamar Davis, Donny Sykes, Stephanie Ferrett,Chris Cauley Rachel Richards). It had a lot of advise to young to teens girls and boys who are struggling in the streets. It was so great. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult
    "Alice Cooper"
    Review posted by: Kelsey from Mishawaka, IN USA, Aug 10, 2009
    

    I saw Alice Cooper at the Morris last night, and he was amazing. This was my second time seeing him there,and I would have to say he puts on a good show! I can't wait to see him again! Theatre of... Expand

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    I saw Alice Cooper at the Morris last night, and he was amazing. This was my second time seeing him there,and I would have to say he puts on a good show! I can't wait to see him again! Theatre of Death was great; and that's saying a lot by a teen who is not in to rock. I'm glad i tried it out. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult
    "Alice had the crowd standing from begining to end."
    Review posted by: JF WESTONE from south bend in., Aug 10, 2009
    

    Have only been to two concerts in my life that the crowd stood from beginning to end - both were Alice cooper. Have seen him 4 times and this was the best. The band worked very hard with no brakes... Expand

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    Have only been to two concerts in my life that the crowd stood from beginning to end - both were Alice cooper. Have seen him 4 times and this was the best. The band worked very hard with no brakes from song to song. Alice could have not done any better himself; age was no factor. The set was refreshing and the energy never-ending. I took my kids who knew nothing of him , they were amazed. The stage was 3 dimensional and we saw Alice get his head chopped off , hung, killed by injection , and ran through in the sword chamber (well it was the theater of death). Thanks to Alice and the band for a memorable show. I rate 4.5 only because B.O.C. had a couple of fill in members. One being Rudy Sarzo on bass. The musicians were awesome and the show was good but I have seen B.O.C play tighter. Buck Darhma is a riff master and worth going to see all by himself. I highly recommend this show , if you're not a fan you will be after seeing this one. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Mamma Mia!
    "MAMMA MIA IS TERRIFIC!"
    Review posted by: Reida from Missouri, Jul 17, 2009
    

    Mamma Mia is one of my all-time very favorite musicals! It makes me happy and feel good every time I see it (and I have seen it 5 times...and hope to see it at least 5 more!) If you haven't seen it,... Expand

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    Mamma Mia is one of my all-time very favorite musicals! It makes me happy and feel good every time I see it (and I have seen it 5 times...and hope to see it at least 5 more!) If you haven't seen it, you really must treat yourself. If you have, go again...it is THAT much fun! Collapse

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  • Event Name: Tyler Perry's The Marriage Counselor
    "WONDERFUL"
    Review posted by: NIKKI from washington dc, Sep 18, 2008
    

    OMG that play was soooooo good, i saw it last night...its worth the money....very funny show. GO AND SEE IT!!!!!!

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    OMG that play was soooooo good, i saw it last night...its worth the money....very funny show. GO AND SEE IT!!!!!!

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  • Event Name: Tyler Perry's What's Done in the Dark
    ""What's Done in the Dark Play review""
    Review posted by: Damieon Gentry from Ardmore, Alabama, Feb 13, 2008
    

    Personally, this one of the best of Tyler's plays so far! The acting was great! The way the nurses made sure everything waa in check made the show hilarious! The singing was AMAZING! Mrs. Latrice pace... Expand

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    Personally, this one of the best of Tyler's plays so far! The acting was great! The way the nurses made sure everything waa in check made the show hilarious! The singing was AMAZING! Mrs. Latrice pace was my favorite! That song she sang regarding the fighting must stop has made me listen over and over again because it was wonderful!!! overall i think you will really enjoy this beautiful theatrical production! Go Tyler Perry! Collapse

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• Past Events

  07/09/10	Bradley Young Trio at Fridays by the Fountain Jon R. Hunt Plaza
  06/25/10	Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain Jon R. Hunt Plaza
  06/21/10	Harry Connick, Jr., & Orchestra Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/20/10	Daniel O'Donnell Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/17/10	The Moody Blues Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/11/10	Little Frank & The Premiers at Friday's by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  05/20/10	REO Speedwagon with Blue Oyster Cult Morris Performing Arts Center
  05/11/10	The Goo Goo Dolls Morris Performing Arts Center
  05/01/10- 05/02/10	Late Night Catechism Palais Royale
  04/19/10	An Evening with David Sedaris Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/16/10	Girls Night: The Musical Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/11/10	Cheech & Chong - Get It Legal Tour Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/27/10	Comedian Tim Wilson at the Palais Royale Palais Royale
  03/21/10	Celtic Woman Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/19/10	Playhouse Disney LIVE! Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/25/10	Brian Regan Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/20/10	Morris LIVE! Presents - 10th Year Celebration Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/14/10	Sinbad Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/05/10	Ron White Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/22/10- 01/24/10	Menopause The Musical Morris Performing Arts Center
  12/30/09- 01/03/10	Sesame Street Live - When Elmo Grows Up Morris Performing Arts Center
  12/18/09	Jerry Seinfeld Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/20/09	Bob and Tom Comedy All-Stars Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/15/09	David Cook (CANCELLED) Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/10/09	Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/02/09	Celtic Thunder Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/24/09	Casting Crowns Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/19/09	The Wiggles Go Bananas Live Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/01/09	Robin Williams - SOLD OUT! Morris Performing Arts Center
  09/09/09	ZZ Top Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/15/09	Beach Boys St. Patrick's County Park
  08/09/09	Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/03/09	Crosby, Stills & Nash Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/01/09	Jeffrey Osborne [CANCELED] Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/01/09	The Ultimate Doo-Wop Show [POSTPONED] St. Patrick's County Park
  07/31/09	Best of the Beatles with Pete Best [CANCELED] St. Patrick's County Park
  07/24/09- 07/26/09	Mamma Mia! Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/24/09	Bill "Stix" Nicks with Motown Dance Party at Fridays by the Fountain Sponsored by Transpo Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/10/09	Shilo at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/27/09	Jeff Allen and Daren Streblow [CANCELLED] Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/26/09	Half-Pint Jones at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/12/09	Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/06/09	David Pendleton Ventriloquist Morris Performing Arts Center
  05/07/09	The Oak Ridge Boys Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/25/09	The Comedy Relief Package with Sommore Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/18/09	Umphrey's McGee Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/14/09- 04/15/09	Riverdance Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/05/09	JD Lawrence Presents The Clean Up Woman Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/27/09	Rock Doubleheader Styx with Special Guest Kansas Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/12/09	Gordon Lightfoot Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/27/09	Bonnie Raitt Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/31/09	Comedian Tim Wilson Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/30/09	Paul Aldrich Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/01/09- 01/04/09	Sesame Street Live Morris Performing Arts Center
  12/16/08	Michael McDonald Holiday Celebration Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/28/08	Willie Nelson Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/21/08	Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Music Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/13/08	The Evening with Brian Wilson Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/09/08	Third Day with Special Guests Need to Breathe & Revive Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/19/08	Carlos Mencia Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/16/08	The Backyardigans Live! Tale of the Mighty Knights Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/14/08	Tyler Perry's The Marriage Counselor Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/03/08	Brad Garrett [CANCELLED] Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/24/08	George Thorogood and the Destroyers Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/22/08	Half-Pint Jones at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/10/08	Jeff Dunham, Spark of Insanity Morris Performing Arts Center
  08/08/08	Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/25/08- Ongoing	Everyday People at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/25/08	Everyday People at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/18/08	Travis Tritt at the College Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/16/08	Crosby, Stills & Nash Morris Performing Arts Center
  07/11/08	Little Frank & The Premiers at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/27/08	Jason Sapen Band at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/20/08	Lisa Lampanelli Morris Performing Arts Center
  06/13/08	Shake 'N Chill Band at Fridays by the Fountain Morris Performing Arts Center
  05/28/08	Go, Diego, Go Live! The Great Jaguar Rescue Morris Performing Arts Center
  05/16/08	Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/27/08	Katt Williams Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/18/08	Mannheim Steamroller Morris Performing Arts Center
  04/17/08	The Temptations and The Four Tops Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/09/08	Steven Curtis Chapman Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/06/08- 03/08/08	My Little Pony Live Morris Performing Arts Center
  03/01/08	Bob and Tom Comedy All-Stars Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/29/08	Reo Speedwagon Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/28/08	Dierks Bentley Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/24/08	Larry the Cable Guy Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/16/08	The Ultimate Doo Wop Show Morris Performing Arts Center
  02/05/08	Whatever She Wants Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/31/08	B.B. King Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/19/08	Classic Rock Allstars & The Chantilly Lace Band Morris Performing Arts Center
  01/03/08- 01/06/08	Sesame Street Live, Ready for Action with Grover Morris Performing Arts Center
  12/31/07	Tom Milo at the Palais Royale New Year's Eve Gala Palais Royale
  12/14/07	Lee Greenwood Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/28/07	Clay Aiken Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/18/07	Kidz Bop Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/17/07	George Carlin Morris Performing Arts Center
  11/15/07	Newsboys Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/31/07	Sammy Hagar Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/13/07	Loretta Lynn Morris Performing Arts Center
  10/06/07	MelodicRock.com 10th Anniversary Concert Morris Performing Arts Center